Social Sciences
Explore faculty and student work in economics, sociology, political science, anthropology, and other disciplines shaping our understanding of society.
Is the Constitution Broken?
Harvard legal scholars debate the state of our founding national document.
Amartya Sen proposes a measure of poverty that looks beyond income
A multidimensional poverty index, based on the ideas of Amartya Sen, reveals a different map of the world's poor.
Peter Marsden named dean for social sciences
The sociologist oversees a large Arts and Sciences division.
Charts of economist Raj Chetty's findings about kindergarten teachers' influence
View charts of economist Raj Chetty's findings about kindergarten teachers' influence.
Profile of social psychologist Amy Cuddy of Harvard Business School
Amy Cuddy probes snap judgments, warm feelings, and how to become an “alpha dog.”
Our sense of touch influences our actions
Tactile sensations change perceptions, says psychologist Christopher Nocera.
Raj Chetty: Good kindergarten teachers boost pupils' lifetime earnings
An economist finds that good kindergarten teachers boost pupils' earnings later in life.
Harvard economists discuss the financial crisis's aftermath and the road ahead
A panel of Harvard economists addresses the causes of the financial crisis, policy responses, and long-term effects on employment.
The interdisciplinary social studies concentration celebrates 50 years
The interdisciplinary undergraduate concentration celebrates half a century of applying great thinkers' ideas to the problems of the world.
Can an HIV-infected person safely have a child with an uninfected partner?
Can an HIV-infected person safely have a child with an uninfected partner? Harvard scholars highlight a new approach.
Thich Nhat Hanh and Lilian Cheung apply mindfulness techniques to eating
Applying ancient Buddhist mindfulness techniques to eating in the modern world